March 2017
Patriotism or Cosmopolitanism?
The article discusses the debate between patriotism and cosmopolitanism in Iran, featuring perspectives from former diplomat Reza Ghasemi, who defends patriotism, and journalist Mohammad Heydari,…
Customs Report: For the Second Consecutive Year, Iran's Non-Oil Exports Exceed Imports
Iran's non-oil exports exceeded imports by $246 million for the second consecutive year, with significant increases in both exports and imports. Key trading partners remain…
Zolnoor: Rouhani Has No Chance of Winning Votes, People Should Vote for Someone Who Has Experienced Poverty
Mojtaba Zolnoor, a member of the Iranian Parliament, criticized President Rouhani's economic claims and suggested that the public should not vote for him in the…
Reporters Without Borders: Pressure on Journalists in Iran Continues
The article discusses ongoing repression of journalists in Iran, highlighting accusations from the UN and human rights groups against Iranian officials. Reporters Without Borders ranks…
Jawadi Hesar: Public Opinion Should Judge Ahmadinejad in Upcoming Elections
Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has criticized Hassan Rouhani in a recent speech, while political analyst Mohammad Sadegh Jawadi Hesar suggests that public opinion should judge Ahmadinejad in…
Head of Iran's Election Headquarters: Number of Candidates for City Council Elections Has Tripled
The number of candidates for the Tehran City Council elections has surpassed 900, with a reported threefold increase in candidates across Iran. The registration process…
Yahya Al-Ishaq: 45 Million Iranians Are in Economic Hardship
Yahya Al-Ishaq, head of the Iran-Iraq Chamber of Commerce, reports that 45 million Iranians are facing economic hardship due to a significant decline in per…
News-Making Figure of 1395 Selected by You: Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani
Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani was named the most newsworthy figure of 1395 by Radio Farda's audience following his death in December. This selection highlights the significant…
Invitation to Women to Register for Council Elections
The Reformist Women's Assembly is urging qualified women to register for upcoming council elections in Iran, emphasizing the importance of women's participation in governance. Mohammad…
Esfandiar Monfaredzadeh's Dinner Party in Golkharestan
Esfandiar Monfaredzadeh hosts a dinner party with historical and religious figures including Cyrus, Zoroaster, Christ, Marx, and Mohammad Reza Shah, discussing their significance and the…
Lorestani Salamander: From Uninvited Guest at Haft-Seen to Smuggling to Neighboring Countries
The article discusses the environmental concerns surrounding the Lorestani salamander, which is increasingly being bought for Nowruz celebrations in Iran, leading to its risk of…
Federal Prosecutor of New York Says He Was 'Fired' by the President of the United States
Preet Bharara, the federal prosecutor of New York, announced he was fired by President Trump after refusing to resign. Bharara is known for high-profile cases,…
Views: Ahmadinejad's Political Defiance, A Shadow Over Iran's Leader!
Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, the former president of Iran, has hinted at a potential political comeback by supporting Hamid Reza Baghaei in the upcoming presidential elections, despite…
An Official from the Forest Organization: Nearly Two Million Hectares of Oak Forests Have Dried Up
An official has reported that mismanagement of water resources has led to the drying up of 1.8 million hectares of oak forests in Iran. This…
Tourism Deputy: We Have Received Reports of Mistreatment of Iranian Travelers at the Turkish Border
Reports of mistreatment of Iranian travelers at the Turkish border have surfaced, prompting official protests from Iran. The situation highlights ongoing security concerns in Turkey…